BUREAU CHIEF, BUDGET & PROCUREMENT
National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners, Trenton, NJ, United States
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under supervision of a supervisory official in the Division of Clean Energy, the Bureau Chief will oversee the technical work involved in budget analysis and procurements of the division.
The Bureau Chief will work closely with the Office of Budget and Finance to diligently ensure successful implementation of fiscal, budget, and administrative matters as they relate to the division’s programs.
The successful candidate must be extremely organized and feel confident working with numbers.
WORK RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise staff responsible for preparing and managing the budget and procurements in the Division of Clean Energy.
Oversee and participate in the development of annual budgets, goals, as well as financial objectives, program performance indicators, and progress tracking metrics for various Clean Energy programs.
Oversee QA/QC of program invoices. Coordinate with Treasury, Division Director, and the Chief Fiscal Officer to manage the procurement and contract needs of the Division.
Oversee and participate in the preparation of compliance filings, memos, Board Orders, Reports, RFPs/RFQs, and other documents.
Review requests for the transfer and allocation of funds, determine the factual basis for such requests, and prepare appropriate recommendations for the use of division and agency leadership.
Oversee and participate in the monitoring of budgets to ensure that all spending, reporting, and compliance requirements are met.
Oversee and participate in identifying and resolving any issues related to payment processing and budget reconciliation.
Participate in regular budget meetings with the Program Administrator and contract managers to receive updates on the status of programs and funding.
Work closely with the Office of Budget and Finance to identify funding sources for existing or potential new programs.
Oversee and participate in data collection and preparation of reports, so it can be used by the Program Administrator to reconcile program expenses.
Assist with policy planning, review, and analysis on clean energy issues.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Management or another related field. An advanced degree is preferred.
Experience: Eight (8) to Ten (10) years of professional experience involving the review, analysis, and evaluation of budgets, and procurement which shall have included financial and business experience and responsibilities for budgeting and accounting.
Prior supervisory experience is preferred.
Demonstrated managerial skills, including interpersonal skills, decision‑making, problem analysis and creative thinking, administrative judgment, delegation, managerial or financial control, interdepartmental cooperation/liaison, development of subordinates, and organizational awareness are required. Good communication skills and leadership skills are necessary.
BENEFITS
Health and Dental Benefit Plans
Prescription Drug Plan
Vision Care Reimbursement
Deferred Compensation
12 Vacation Days, 15 Sick Days, 3 Administrative Leave Days
13 Paid Holidays
Telework available for some positions (Pursuant to the BPU’s policy, procedures, and/or guidelines).
Flexible and Health Savings Accounts
Public Student Loan Forgiveness
Paid Leave for Military Training
HOURS OF WORK
Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. All No Limit (NL) titles will be required to perform work beyond the stated hours of work as needed, in compliance with applicable collective bargaining agreements and laws.
EEO STATEMENT
The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Under supervision of a supervisory official in the Division of Clean Energy, the Bureau Chief will oversee the technical work involved in budget analysis and procurements of the division.
The Bureau Chief will work closely with the Office of Budget and Finance to diligently ensure successful implementation of fiscal, budget, and administrative matters as they relate to the division’s programs.
The successful candidate must be extremely organized and feel confident working with numbers.
WORK RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise staff responsible for preparing and managing the budget and procurements in the Division of Clean Energy.
Oversee and participate in the development of annual budgets, goals, as well as financial objectives, program performance indicators, and progress tracking metrics for various Clean Energy programs.
Oversee QA/QC of program invoices. Coordinate with Treasury, Division Director, and the Chief Fiscal Officer to manage the procurement and contract needs of the Division.
Oversee and participate in the preparation of compliance filings, memos, Board Orders, Reports, RFPs/RFQs, and other documents.
Review requests for the transfer and allocation of funds, determine the factual basis for such requests, and prepare appropriate recommendations for the use of division and agency leadership.
Oversee and participate in the monitoring of budgets to ensure that all spending, reporting, and compliance requirements are met.
Oversee and participate in identifying and resolving any issues related to payment processing and budget reconciliation.
Participate in regular budget meetings with the Program Administrator and contract managers to receive updates on the status of programs and funding.
Work closely with the Office of Budget and Finance to identify funding sources for existing or potential new programs.
Oversee and participate in data collection and preparation of reports, so it can be used by the Program Administrator to reconcile program expenses.
Assist with policy planning, review, and analysis on clean energy issues.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Management or another related field. An advanced degree is preferred.
Experience: Eight (8) to Ten (10) years of professional experience involving the review, analysis, and evaluation of budgets, and procurement which shall have included financial and business experience and responsibilities for budgeting and accounting.
Prior supervisory experience is preferred.
Demonstrated managerial skills, including interpersonal skills, decision‑making, problem analysis and creative thinking, administrative judgment, delegation, managerial or financial control, interdepartmental cooperation/liaison, development of subordinates, and organizational awareness are required. Good communication skills and leadership skills are necessary.
BENEFITS
Health and Dental Benefit Plans
Prescription Drug Plan
Vision Care Reimbursement
Deferred Compensation
12 Vacation Days, 15 Sick Days, 3 Administrative Leave Days
13 Paid Holidays
Telework available for some positions (Pursuant to the BPU’s policy, procedures, and/or guidelines).
Flexible and Health Savings Accounts
Public Student Loan Forgiveness
Paid Leave for Military Training
HOURS OF WORK
Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. All No Limit (NL) titles will be required to perform work beyond the stated hours of work as needed, in compliance with applicable collective bargaining agreements and laws.
EEO STATEMENT
The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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